Kuala Lumpur

🇲🇾Malaysia•Southeast Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living54

Safety82

Healthcare76

Career Opportunities76

Climate61

Transport88

Air Quality68.5

Family Friendliness76

Education76

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Kuala Lumpur a good place to live?

Kuala Lumpur scores 72/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 54/100), very safe (safety: 82/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 76/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Kuala Lumpur?

Kuala Lumpur has a cost of living score of 54/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Kuala Lumpur?

Kuala Lumpur has a transport score of 88/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Kuala Lumpur?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Kuala Lumpur are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Kuala Lumpur safe for expats?

Kuala Lumpur has a safety score of 82/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 68.5/100.

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